Weather summary of heavy rain and district effects
Rain fell across the district during the rest weekend with showers starting Saturday afternoon and continuing light through Sunday night. A heavy downpour with thunder and lightning occurred after nightfall, heavier in the north and northwest. Quamby, Corella, Dugaid, Leichhard Rivers reported rising levels. Cloncurry registration reached 362 points for the weekend. The rain will benefit crops and stock grazing, with windmills and water sources noted for year-end use.
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Quamby
Corella
Dugaid
Leichhard
Mra Shute
Mapperly
Mindie
Fort Constantine
Julin Creek
Cloncurry
Maine
Taraliet
Queensland grocers seek end to emergency supplies
The Warwick and Rockhampton Chambers of Commerce urge authorities to discontinue current emergency supplies. The Queensland Grocers and Retail Traders Association reports unanimous support at its annual meeting. Officials note acts of God and wartime needs, while advocates stress hygienic packing and early distribution of essentials.
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Warwick and
Rockhampton
Queenland
McCracken
Food Control Organization
Queensland
Warwick
Auditor General of
Australia
J. W. Wai
New South Wales
Ain Chamber of Commerce
Develon
Journ
Queensland C. Nan Requirements Committee
Qu«slend Grocers and Retail Trai Association
WOG Afternoon Fundraiser At Mrs Clark’s Home
A Red Cross Funds event at Mrs W Clark’s residence attracted good attendance. Frank O’Kane won the prize in a playful competition, with Mrs N M Hawes the winner of a fruit prize to Mrs Walls. Tea was served and plans to hold more afternoon events across homes were announced.
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W. Clark
Red Cross
Frank O'Kane
N. M. Hawes
Walls
Red Co
Mining lease application for Eightlights ground at Cloncurry
Certificate of Application for Mining Lease No 3779 records that John Gilbert Erickston through his solicitor F G Hope has applied for a seage under Mining Regulations over Eightlights five acres located 10 miles NW of Duchess. The area, previously Extended Mineral Reef Claim No 2414 named Lights, has remained unworked for 30 days. Objections may be heard at the Warden's Court Cloncurry on Thursday June 29, 1946 at 10 o'clock a.m. Dated Cloncurry May 23, 1946.
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Cloncurry Minera
Duchess
John Gilbert Erickston
F. G
Cloncurry
O'Eleck
Dunning
Buckjumping Championship Attracts Global Riders
The buckjumping championship draws riders from many places to compete for top honors. Contenders travel from afar to test their skills in the event, showcasing a wide range of styles and experiences.
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Ee Ene
Dip at Kajabbi Receives Early Repair Efforts
Hon E J Walsh M L A states the Kajabbi dip condition has been referred for attention. Early repairs are underway with work now commencing.
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E. J. Walsh
M.L.A
Wanted Apprenticeship to Printing Tract Apply Advocate Office
A notice seeking 14 year old apprentices for printing work. Applications should be forwarded to the National Service Office in Cloncurry. The item urges timely replies and directs readers to send details to the Advocate Office.
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Mational Service Office
Cloncurry
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Great A News Service
Adelaide
South Australia
Common Wealth
Saya
Samuger
Oni
Ath As A
Katter
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